Melons

In week 25, Lcc fruit and vegetable sales remain stable in value but experience a decrease in volume, primarily due to negative performance in supermarkets and discount stores. June continues to be a favorable month for watermelons, as this category is highly influenced by weather conditions. read more

In 2021, the Belgian tomato specialist Tomeco, who markets their products through Coöperatie Hoogstraten, began experimenting with growing mini watermelons in greenhouses. The results were so promising that since 2022, as part of a local initiative, they have started to officially include them in their product range. read more

In 2021, the Belgian tomato specialist Tomeco, who markets its products through Coöperatie Hoogstraten, began experimenting with growing mini watermelons in greenhouses. The results were so promising that since 2022 they have been expanding this initiative as part of a local effort. read more

Produkcja melonów cantaloupe i honeydew została przeniesiona do centralnej Kalifornii. "Właśnie zakończyliśmy nasz program w Yumie w zeszłym tygodniu, a nasz program w Kalifornii rozpoczął się 30 czerwca" - mówi Tom Ferguson, wiceprezes ds. sprzedaży w Classic Fruit Company. Dostępność na początku jest niemal wyłącznie na. read more

The heat that has characterized the month of June and these first days of July is giving a decisive boost to the summer fruit market. This is confirmed by Marco Marcatili, president of CAAB in Bologna, who speaks of a now consolidated positive trend: "This week confirms what read more

The rows of ripe melons ready to be harvested and sold have been scorched by the sun. The intense heatwave of these days, with temperatures consistently above 35 degrees Celsius for many hours of the day, has burned hundreds of kilograms of melons in the Maremma countryside. read more

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New products are constantly being introduced by the melon and watermelon sector of Campo de Cartagena, in Murcia, Spain. Seed companies are working hard to create fruits that are more resistant to diseases and pests, while still being delicious and, of course, as profitable as possible. These products are aimed at the Spanish market. read more

The new commercial season of Perla Nera has started these days, the midi watermelon with dark skin and few seeds, particularly sweet and crunchy, a fruit of Italian agri-food excellence. Perla Nera is the result of the collaboration of three leaders in the fruit and vegetable sector. read more

With the closing of June, Agroter's Fruit and Vegetable Monitor can draw a preliminary assessment of the watermelon and melon campaign in the Hyper+Super channel, updated to week 24. The data show a decidedly positive start, with double-digit increases across all main categories. read more

The cool spring has delayed the Hungarian melon season, but the market will still see a high supply of quality melons and cantaloupes. This information was shared during a joint press event by the National Chamber of Agriculture, the Hungarian Vegetable and Fruit Interprofessional Organization (FruitVeB), and the. read more

Seminis-Bayer is celebrating Melon & Watermelon Week, which aims to highlight solutions to address climate change and production challenges for growers, while also emphasizing the importance of delivering delicious fruit. In the pursuit of innovation, José M.ª Román, a sales technician, is actively participating in the events. read more

June marks the peak of the Greek watermelon season, and this year has seen an increase in the pace of exports, with almost every week surpassing the volume exported last season. This information is based on official data from the Greek Ministry of Agricultural Development. read more

Seminis-Bayer is celebrating Melon & Watermelon Week, highlighting solutions to address climate change and production challenges for growers, while emphasizing the importance of delivering delicious fruit. In the pursuit of new advancements, José M.ª Román, a sales technician, is actively involved. read more

The season for Spanish melons has finished, and the first French products have now appeared on the shelves. "Spain ended its season late this year, which has slightly affected sales, as we began the French campaign around twenty days ago in the southeast and about ten days ago in the southwest," read more

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Gavina returns to TV: a new commercial is coming with a festive, fresh, and joyful spirit dedicated to the mini watermelon, sweet, crisp, and seedless, which is one of the flagship products of the Agricultural Cooperative Campidanese and its brand "L'Orto di Eleonora". read more

The domestic melon sector is advancing as the cultivation area for both watermelon and cantaloupe is expanding. In 2024, watermelon cultivation increased by 10%, reaching 3,700 hectares, while cantaloupe cultivation expanded by 15% to nearly 500 hectares. Békés County leads with 1,320 hectares. read more

Genovese basil, Cavaillon melons, Ribera del Xúquer kakis, and Opperdoezer Ronde potatoes. These four well-known regional products have a little something extra: they are proud holders of geographical indication titles. The European Union has recognized 305 unprocessed fruits and vegetables with a. read more

The watermelon and melon campaigns are progressing well, with ample availability. Apricots continue to be marketed, with the first arrivals for the late variety Faralia. Prices remain high for medium and large sizes of peaches and nectarines. Full production for read more